Meet the Tigerlily Team

Jess Novotny

Director of Sales

Jess brings a decade of catering experience across various event venues from Iconic sports stadiums to restaurants, and cultural attractions. Her career has been dedicated to catering and private events, where she excels at transforming a blank canvas into an unforgettable experience. Whether coordinating an intimate gathering or a large-scale celebration, Jess is committed to bringing warmth, creativity, and seamless execution to every client's memorable occasion!

Molly Finn

Sales Manager

Molly joined the Tigerlily Events team in July of 2021 after spending five years in Chicago’s hotel industry. She moved from Iowa to Chicago in 2014 after graduating from Clarke University with a B.A. in advertising and public relations.

Ellen Woods

Senior Sales Manager

Ellen is a Kansas State University graduate with a degree in hospitality management. She started out her Levy career as a seasonal sales manager at Ravinia Festival before transitioning to the Tigerlily Events team in October 2021.

Alyssa Feldgreber

Sales Manager

Alyssa began her hospitality career as a corporate event planner and joined the Tigerlily team in 2025, coming form Ravinia Festival.